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Information and helpful tips from the Animal House team!Safe Thanksgiving Food for Your Pet
Safe Thanksgiving Food for Your Pet Thanksgiving is a drool-worthy holiday, but it’s not just people who overeat during the festivities. Pets also may overindulge, and too much of a good thing can lead to a messy outcome, like vomiting and diarrhea. In...
5 Myths about Cancer in Pets
5 Myths about Cancer in Pets November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to reveal the truth behind common myths about cancer in pets. Learn what really happens when a pet develops cancer and undergoes treatment as we debunk some pet cancer...
4 Halloween Treats to Keep Away from Your Pet
Halloween can be a night filled with treats, but keeping your pet safe doesn’t have to be tricky. If you keep in mind that the candy bowl is solely for trick-or-treaters and not for your furry pal, you can both have a fun, safe October 31. When celebrating the...
5 Steps to Training Your Dog to Walk Calmly on a Leash
When heading out the door, do you picture a leisurely stroll with your pooch at your side? Or does your dog have other ideas, such as tugging you down the steps and hurtling across the street? If it’s a struggle to get your dog to walk calmly at your side, follow...
6 Ways You Can Be a Responsible Dog Owner
September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month! This is the perfect time to ensure you are keeping your pup happy and healthy by providing for them, including their medical, physical, dietary, and psychological needs. Follow these six tips to ensure you are a dedicated...
How to Prepare Your Pet for a Disaster
Have you ever thought about what would happen to your pet in an emergency? If you’re uncertain, take these steps to ensure their safety if the unthinkable becomes a reality. #1: Ensure your pet is always wearing current identification In an emergency, your pet...
Tips to Make Your Cat’s Trip to the Vet Run Smoothly
Has it been a while since your kitty visited the veterinarian? While we realize that a visit to the vet is not your cat's favorite thing to do, regular veterinary care is essential for lifelong good health. However, a veterinary visit does not have to turn into a...
The Importance of Pet Vaccinations
Questions About Your Pet’s Vaccines? We Have Answers. Ensure you are well educated about the importance of pet vaccinations, and how critical they are to your furry friend’s health before getting your pet vaccinated. Why do puppies and kittens need so many...
Keep Your Pet Cool in the Heat
As a pet owner, the summer means it's time to enjoy the sun with your four-legged friend while protecting them from the hazards of heatstroke. Instead of keeping them in front of a fan in your home all summer, you should go outside to play and exercise with them but...
Missing Pet? Ways to Have Happy Reunion
Animal shelters typically are at their busiest with missing pets who ran away from home after the fireworks from the 4th of July. In recognition of that, July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month. If your furry friend should go missing, here are three ways to help...